ICD-10 F71: Moderate intellectual disability
Using ICD-10 F71 on a Superbill
ICD-10 code F71 (Moderate intellectual disability) is a intellectual disabilities code used on superbills for mental health therapy billing. Insurance companies require at least one ICD-10 code per superbill to process a reimbursement claim.
CPT Codes Commonly Used With F71
Common CPT codes paired with ICD-10 F71 include 90837 (60-min psychotherapy), 90834 (45-min psychotherapy), and 90791 (initial psychiatric evaluation). The CPT code reflects the service rendered, not the diagnosis.
Clinical Criteria
Deficits in intellectual functions with IQ approximately 35–49. Marked deficits in adaptive functioning across conceptual, social, and practical domains. Individuals may achieve independence in self-care with training and may hold jobs in supervised settings. Communication is functional but limited.
DSM-5 Cross-Reference
DSM-5 318.0 — Intellectual Disability, Moderate